Crime Rate in Rawmarsh East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rawmarsh East

The total recorded crimes in Rawmarsh East, Rotherham, UK in March 2025 are around 81 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rawmarsh East crime rate of 5.28 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Rawmarsh East, encompassing approximately 15,351 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (34) incidents (47.83% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (11) incidents (83.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
Rawmarsh East Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 11
  • Hawley Street with total crimes: 7
  • William Street with total crimes: 5

How safe is Rawmarsh East?

To understand the safety of Rawmarsh East, we need to analyze Rawmarsh East crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Rotherham:

    • In 2024, Rawmarsh East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Rotherham average, with 1092 crimes compared to 1294.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Rawmarsh East witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Rawmarsh East had fewer crimes than the Rotherham average, with 1,150 crimes compared to 1,199. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Rawmarsh East witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Rotherham, Rawmarsh East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Rawmarsh East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Rawmarsh East has recorded 81 crimes with crime rate of 5.28 ranking 13th out of 24 in the Rotherham, UK

In 2024, the total Rawmarsh East crimes were 1,092. The crime rate of Rawmarsh East in 2024 was 71.13 (year) or 5.93 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Rotherham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rawmarsh East were around 1,150 crimes with yearly crime rate of 74.91 (year) or 6.24 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Rotherham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rotherham)CrimesRank (Rotherham)CrimesRank (Rotherham)
Boston Castle356 14,827 13,979 1
Rotherham East196 22,674 22,439 2
Rotherham West182 32,285 32,182 3
Rawmarsh West117 51,528 61,594 4
Dinnington136 41,598 41,408 6
Dalton & Thrybergh107 71,555 51,503 5
Maltby East111 61,212 101,282 8
Wath88 101,460 71,376 7
Greasbrough86 121,283 81,120 10
Swinton Rockingham91 81,021 13944 15
Keppel72 151,281 91,120 11
Wickersley North90 9783 19765 19
Hoober88 111,158 111,087 12
Thurcroft & Wickersley South64 191,012 141,040 13
Wales67 16956 15979 14
Rother Vale81 14744 21616 22
Aughton & Swallownest67 18921 16838 16
Hellaby & Maltby West54 23687 22803 17
Sitwell55 22844 17654 21
Brinsworth67 17789 18791 18
Anston & Woodsetts42 24772 20660 20
Bramley & Ravenfield59 20630 23550 24
Kilnhurst & Swinton East55 21610 25552 23
Aston & Todwick40 25621 24545 25

Rawmarsh East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (60 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 426 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 35.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202534
February 202523
January 202540
December 202433
November 202428
October 202434
September 202428
August 202439
July 202450
June 202460
May 202430
April 202427

A total of 78 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.09 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20252
December 202410
October 202418
September 20245
August 20243
July 20248
June 202410
May 20248
April 20246

A total of 30 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
October 20243
August 20242
July 20246
June 20242
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 84 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245
September 20245
August 20245
July 202415
June 202416
May 202411
April 20248

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
January 20254
December 20241
November 20245
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20244
September 20242
August 20248
July 20241
June 202410
May 20245
April 20246

A total of 110 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20255
December 20248
November 20249
October 20248
September 20243
August 202414
July 202416
June 202426
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 93 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20259
December 20244
November 20249
October 20243
September 20248
August 20245
July 202415
June 202416
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 108 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20256
January 20256
December 20247
November 202411
October 20247
September 20249
August 20249
July 20248
June 202418
May 202410
April 20246

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 202412
August 20243
July 20246
June 20244
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
September 20244
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20241
July 20244
May 20241

High Crime Locations Rawmarsh East in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Rawmarsh East postcode area is presented below.

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting11
2. Hawley Street (Map)
Total7
Burglary2
Public order2
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. William Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
4. Kilnhurst Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
5. Goosebutt Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other theft1
6. Chapel Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. New Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Turner Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime1
9. Church Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Ingshead Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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